International R&D centre created by #Finnish & #Estonian partners, funded by #Horizon2020. Creating smarter, people-centred cities 🏙️

Tallinn
Joined October 2020
Smart city research left the office and entered the classroom! 📚 This autumn, we’re bringing real urban challenges, research expertise and hands-on experience to @TallinnTech students through two new #smartcity courses 🏙️ 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4ySfxpg #universitylife
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Have you saved the date? Join us at the European Research and Innovation Days 2026. Let's make Europe a global home for research and innovation! 📅 10–11 November 📍 Brussels + online 🔔 Registration opens soon. #RiDaysEU
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Meet John, a #PhDstudent at @AaltoEE who joined our team as a visiting researcher to explore how explainable AI can support smarter maintenance of critical urban infrastructure ➡️ how AI helps detects faults in energy systems & HVAC units before they become costly failures?
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7️⃣ new projects kicked off as part of @ds4sscc bringing together cities, regions & tech partners across 10 European countries. Until Oct 31, the pilots will test how proven data space solutions can be replicated and scaled across Europe. About pilots: bit.ly/4iTULAU
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What makes autonomous mobility feel safe? 🚍 A new study explores how people perceive safety and security in #AutonomousMobility. Key finding: what people notice and what makes them feel safe are not necessarily the same. 🔗 Read here: bit.ly/4cvrloR #SmartCities
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Visit of The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups 🚍 as part of their “Finland • Estonia Smart City and Sustainable Development Youth Exchange Tour". We talked #UrbanInnovation in Estonia, self-driving vehicle lab & autonomous mobility, AC/DC lab to explore energy tech & infra.
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2️⃣4️⃣2️⃣ candidates for one PhD position! 🎓So many strong applicants that we welcomed two researchers instead of one. Meet Albert Rapha, researching responsible AI and how warning signs emerge through the lifecycle of public-sector AI initiatives🎓
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2️⃣4️⃣2️⃣ candidates for one PhD position! 🎓 So many strong applicants that we welcomed two researchers instead of one. Meet Benedetta Burston, researching responsible AI governance for smart cities, public trust & accountability.
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Meet Oleksandr! (Yes, CatGPT helped write part of his story 🐈) He researches power electronics to make future energy systems safer, smarter, and more resilient. At the FinEst Centre, he's developing Direct Current technologies for the #LightLine project 🔌⚡
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"The cities of tomorrow need more than technology. They need thoughtful design" 🏙️🧩 Meet Morgan Marsh, a @Stanford student bringing a fresh perspective on sustainable design to our team in #Tallinn this summer. Read about her studies & ambitions: bit.ly/4wSj9XE
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Friday inspirational watch 🎥 Relying heavily on non-European cloud services and software can leave critical infrastructure, from healthcare to maritime navigation, vulnerable to geopolitical tensions and cyber threats⚠️ Watch the speech by @SitraFund expert Laura Halenius👇
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"A welcoming city has clean air, shade, walkable streets, and uses energy wisely." 🌿🏙️ Meet Sydney, a @Stanford student spending her summer #internship with us in #Estonia. 🔗 Read about her studies, projects & experiences of discovering Tallinn: bit.ly/4w0IJcH
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Resilient cities are built on more than digital tools 🏙️ AI, #digitaltwins, data platforms, and cybersecurity solutions can strengthen decision-making, but only when they are supported by effective governance, trusted institutions, and strong collaboration across sectors. 🎥👇
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What defines a resilient city? 🏙️ Our audience at #SmartCity forum thought it was preparedness & adaptability. Do you agree or is there something above them? #ResilientCities
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